Ahead of the International Yoga Day, which will be celebrated on June 21, Prime Minister Narendra Modi posted a video of an 'asana' on Sunday and urged everyone to practice it, saying that it has several health benefits. The Prime Minister has often been seen urging everyone to make yoga an integral part of their lives.
PM Modi shared the video of 'asana' on social media platform X and said, "Padahastasana has several benefits…do practice it.' In the run-up to the International Day of Yoga, PM Modi has been posting his AI-generated videos performing various asanas and describing their benefits.
On Saturday, the Prime Minister had shared a video of another Yoga 'asana'. "Do practice Chakrasana for good health. It is great for the heart and also helps improve blood flow," he wrote on X.
Earlier in the week, the Prime Minister urged people to reiterate their commitment to making Yoga an integral part of their lives and also encourage others to do the same. He also shared a set of videos that offer guidance on various Asanas.
The PM said, "As Yoga Day approaches, I am sharing a set of videos that will offer guidance on various Asanas and their benefits. I hope this inspires you all to practice Yoga regularly."
Highlighting the importance of integrating Yoga into daily life, he said, "...Yoga offers a sanctuary of calm, enabling us to navigate life's challenges with calm and fortitude." He further said that Yoga has transcended cultural and geographical boundaries, uniting millions across the globe in the pursuit of holistic well-being.
International Day of Yoga is observed every year on June 21. The theme for the 10th edition is 'Yoga for Women Empowerment'.